JMCSS celebrates hardworking educators with annual Teacher of the Year Banquet

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County School System’s “Teacher of the Year Banquet” was held Friday.

Hosted at the Star Center, the annual event celebrates teachers across the district and recognizes district wide winners.

During the banquet, West Bemis Middle School Teacher John Haley was recognized as the Teacher of the Year.

COURTESY: JMCSS

He will now represent the school district and become a part of the regional Teacher of the Year selection process.

In addition to Mr. Haley’s recognition, two educators were selected as Teachers of the Year in their respective grade bands: Donna Currie of Jackson Central-Merry High School (9-12) and Laura Balcunas of Thelma Barker Elementary School (Prek-4).

As a whole, the yearly banquet highlights the importance of educators.

“It’s a way for us to show appreciation for the hard work that they have put in this year teaching our children and showing passion and love for what they do every day,” said Dr. Tiffany Spight, associate superintendent of academics and students for JMCSS.

Dr. Spight shares that Jackson-Madison County is excited to celebrate their teachers because they are the ones that matter the most, making a change in the lives of students.

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